Fashion Designer: LVMH Restaurant: Chez L’Ami Louis Location: Paris If you already think Chez L’Ami Louis has a starlit reputation, we’re willing to bet LVMH’s recent ownership won’t make snagging a reservation any easier. The twelve tables, plus its A-list crowd, make it a spot hard to come by. The type of fame doesn’t matter; the Parisian bistro attracts politicians like Bill Clinton and artists like Rosalia and Johnny Depp. What makes it so enticing? First, it’s a classic, founded…
Some hotels have you at hello. There’s nothing that makes a first impression like a hotel that has style. It doesn’t matter where it’s located or which celeb chef is in residence. These are the hotels that rest on their own design merit. The Hotel: J.K. Place Paris The Designer: Michele Bönan The Location: France J.k. Place in Paris is as timeless as it gets. The boutique hotel is the first location outside of Italy, yet stays true to the…
We know, you were one of those kids who saved their candy until everyone else had eaten theirs. So now it’s September, and you have a stash of vacation time to head to Europe. Because you are in the know, that this is the best month to be in the Med, and taking in all the Parisian restaurants with the locals. That, and it’s like Europe is on sale compared to the coin it took to travel there this summer.…
Perhaps Italians do know best. It took four TV seasons, but Emily in Paris did a road trip, or more like a plane ride, to the Eternal City of Rome. This may not just be a weekend away though. We don’t want to spoil it for you, so that’s where we’ll leave it. However, we will say that the settings are stunning. There may be some romance in the air. And of course, with a cliffhanger, the plot will thicken.…
Just when you thought that LVMH would slow down, they’re tripling their bets in the hospitality space (or is it quadrupling at this point?). Just like their recent acquisitions, they’re betting on a sure thing. This time, it’s the iconic Orient Express brand. Background Orient Express is an iconic luxury travel brand that began with the famous train in 1883. The brand has been known for luxury travel ever since its debut, becoming even more popular and sought-after when Agatha…
To make it as a designer is to become a unicorn. But once you’ve crushed it in fashion, the world is your oyster. So, what’s your next move? Clearly, starting your own hotel portfolio is a good idea. These are the fashion designers who own hotels, that are reasons in themselves to hop on a a plane and explore the world. The Designer: Louis Vuitton The Hotel: Lous Vuitton Hotel Paris Location: Paris LVMH is on a tear for world…
If you build it, they will come. That’s the bet Amanzoe made when they opened in the little-known area on the Peloponnese Peninsula of mainland Greece. Amanzoe was the first true luxury hotel in Greece and brought accommodations to a new level. It was also the first Aman in Europe, which created a whole new additional group of Aman Junkies. With over a decade under its belt, how does Amanzoe measure up now? This is the review. Atmosphere Amanzoe opened…
Following the theme of last-minute Labor Day escapes, Lisbon is always a good idea. It has culture, it has architecture, and most importantly – it has food. We daresay, one the best up-and-coming culinary scenes. This is your dining list for now, and all year round. Here are the best restaurants in Lisbon. The Restaurant: Mar do Inferno The Vibe Mar do Inferno brings all the sophistication of a fine dining establishment, along with the friendliness of a family-owned restaurant.…
Why choose between Mykonos and Ibiza when you can have both? Well, because you want to keep the party going this summer, and you’re worth it. For your time on the isle, this is the guide for where to be for the best beach clubs and low-key spots. Hotel Highlights The Hotel: Cali Mykonos This is arguably the best hotel in all of Mykonos. It has the vibe of a remote stay but is only 7 miles from the Island’s…
Paris is having its moment. Or more like its year, with an epic Olympics and now the return of Emily in Paris. The long awaited Season 4 drops on Netflix this week. That means the fashion, the drama and the settings will be enough to make you want to hop on a plane to France. The Emily in Paris filming locations don’t disappoint in Season 4 either. This is a preview of a few of the top film locations to…
